Yes — confirmed. GTA V already featured extensive underwater exploration with scuba diving, submarines, and hidden collectibles beneath the ocean surface. With Florida's vastly more interesting marine geography — coral reefs, shipwrecks, the Gulf Stream, shallow Keys waters, and deep Atlantic shelf — GTA 6 will almost certainly expand on GTA V's underwater systems. Trailer footage shows underwater scenes with active marine life, suggesting a richer aquatic ecosystem than any previous GTA game.
What We've Seen
Trailer footage shows underwater scenes with fish, marine vegetation, and what appears to be an active ocean ecosystem. The clarity of the water in Keys-area shots suggests shallow-water snorkeling and diving will be visually stunning. The Everglades' murky swamp water provides a contrasting underwater environment — imagine diving into dark, alligator-infested marsh waters for a submerged stash.
Expected Underwater Activities
Based on GTA V's underwater content and Florida's geography, expect scuba diving (free dive and equipment-based), underwater collectibles and hidden packages (a GTA tradition since Vice City), shipwreck exploration along Florida's coast, possible fishing mechanics (heavily rumored), submarine or mini-sub vehicles, and smuggling routes through underwater caves. Spearfishing, snorkeling in the Keys, and deep-sea treasure hunting are all natural fits for the setting.
Marine Life
Florida's waters are home to dolphins, manatees, sea turtles, sharks (including bull sharks in shallow water), rays, barracuda, and countless fish species. GTA V had sharks that could attack players underwater — expect GTA 6 to expand this with more diverse and realistic marine wildlife. The contrast between friendly dolphins near the surface and dangerous sharks in deeper water creates natural gameplay tension.
Key Underwater Locations
Florida's real underwater landmarks that could appear in GTA 6 include coral reef systems (Florida has the only coral barrier reef in the continental US), sunken ships and artificial reefs, underwater caves and springs (Florida has the world's highest concentration of freshwater springs), the continental shelf drop-off (where shallow coastal water suddenly becomes deep ocean), and mangrove root systems in the Everglades.
FAQ
Can you swim in GTA 6?
Yes. Swimming has been a core mechanic since GTA San Andreas. GTA 6 will feature swimming in oceans, rivers, lakes, swamps, and pools — with Florida's water-heavy geography making it more important than ever.
Will GTA 6 have scuba diving?
Very likely. GTA V featured scuba diving as both a side activity and mission mechanic. Florida's coast provides far more interesting diving locations than Los Santos did.
Are there sharks in GTA 6?
Almost certainly. GTA V had sharks in deep water, and Florida is famous for shark encounters. Bull sharks in shallow coastal water could create genuine danger even near beaches.
Updated April 2026. Based on trailer analysis, leaks, and franchise history.